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    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Global Mobility / IAS – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceTaxSpecialismGlobal Mobility ServicesManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Global Mobility Services practice, within People and Organisation Consulting services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients reset their talent strategies and deliver extraordinary business results through their people. We focus on evaluating and managing their unique challenges so our clients can maximise their return on the overall investment in human capital. You’ll gain a tremendous depth of expertise in all aspects of human capital, including creating sustainable value through people culture and change, designing compensation and retirement strategies, and improving human capital operations.Our team helps companies streamline and effectively manage their international assignment programme in a cost efficient manner. You’ll assist our team with international assignee management, Human Resources, payroll, finance and accounting in addition to mobility policy, process and governance consulting.A career in our Global Mobility practice will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients reset their talent strategies and deliver extraordinary business results through their people. We focus on evaluating and managing their unique challenges so our clients can maximise their return on the overall investment in human capital.Our team helps multinational companies design and implement international assignments and manage overall risk and associated costs. You’ll be focusing on compliance issues related to immigration, employment tax, government regulations, and mobility policies.As a Senior Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex Global Mobility issues from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Proactively manage a portfolio of clients and report into Director and above.- Ability to review and sign US tax returns, tax equalisation calculations and hypothetical tax calculations- Conduct drop in service to advise on global mobility tax issues- Assist in the provision of Global Mobility and/or US tax advisory projects- Conduct US entry and exit tax consultations with assignees- Be involved in the financial management of clients- Be actively involved in business development activities to help identify and research opportunities on new/existing clients- Build client relationships with new and existing clients- Contribute to the development of your own and team’s technical acumen- Develop strategies to solve complex technical challenges- Assist in the management and delivering of large projects- Train, coach, and supervise staff- Continue to develop internal relationships and your PwC brandSkills required:- Experience in business development and growing client relationships and revenue.- US Individual income tax expertise and managing tax compliance for client engagements including experience of signing US tax returns- Ability to provide ad hoc US tax consulting advice to inbound or outbound US clients – UK individual income tax experience would be valuable, but not necessary.- Working experience within global mobility and/or private client practice – Previous team management experience  – Demonstrable experience in financial reasoning of client engagements – Ability to communicate clearly and build strong relationships at all levels internally and externally- Experience in working with team in remote locations- Analytical thinking and problem solving- Digitally enabled- Self starter with an entrepreneurial spirit.

    Qualifications- Degree / Masters in business, finance or tax related- US CPA or Enrolled Agent qualification

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.
    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.
    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.
    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.
    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.
    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Senior Java Developer | Computer and Systems Engineering Company (CSE)

    Employment: Full Time

    Design highly scalable software solutions to improve functionality and system performanceCollaborate with project managers to implement end-to-end solutions for complex projectsAnalyze current systems to maintain integrity and improve architecture/performanceAdvanced experience in core Java in the enterprise development processWeb programming and user interface design experience using Angular, react, jquery etc.In-depth knowledge in CSSExperience building complex web systems that have been successfully delivered to customersAbility to take a project from scoping requirements through actual launch of the projectExperience with mission critical, 24×7 systemsExperience implementing and consuming large scale web servicesExperience in developing and implementing micro servicesExperience with professional software engineering best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing and operationsStrong working knowledge of Oracle Database, JavaScript frameworks (Angular, react, jquery etc.), CSS and Java (J2EE) technologiesExpertise in agile and scrum development cycles.Excellent communication and delegation skills.Excellent troubleshooting skills.

    7+ years of experienceBachelor/Master in Computer ScienceTransferrable IqamaExpertise in agile and scrum development cycles.Excellent communication and delegation skills.Excellent troubleshooting skills.Experience with mission critical, 24×7 systemsExperience implementing and consuming large scale web servicesExperience in developing and implementing micro services

    CSE is a well-known software company operating in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. For more than thirty years now, CSE has been providing software services to banks, ministries and private sector organizations. From Year 2000, CSE started exclusive focus on Financial Services Industry Solutions. CSE has around 1000 Man-Years of experience in delivering solutions to FSI Industry in Saudi Arabia.
    At the same time CSE also has its strong foot prints in the area of Oracle ERP Projects as well Professional Services. CSE FSI Division has provided capital market solutions covering Local Brokerage, International Brokerage, Mutual Funds, eTrade (Trading solution for internet channel), IPO/Rights as well as other Banking solutions to FSI industry for the past three decades.
    CSE Capital Market Solution is running in 8 Member Brokers in Saudi Arabia covering 38.51% trades. CSE ERP Division has carried out Oracle E-Business Suite Implementations to 25+ Customers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. CSE Professional Services Division has provided highly experienced and qualified consultants to various Financial Institutions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. CSE Customer Base includes some International Investment Banks like Deutsche Bank, HSBC, Merrill Lynch etc. More

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    IFS – HC – Regional Recruitment Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceIndustry/SectorSpecialismManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Human Resources, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference at PwC by helping to fully leverage the skills and talents of all our people. You’ll focus on helping the local offices in driving the Firm’s people strategy, creating a unique people experience for each individual, and supporting our Firm wide values by working with the core competencies that measure and drive individual and Firm wide success in the marketplace.It takes talented people to support the largest professional services organisation in the world. Our Recruiting team works to identify and attract talent for PwC. You’ll focus on engaging the most qualified experienced candidates by building relationships with job seekers and candidates, while understanding the dynamic hiring needs of each business. Our team actively recruits for full time employees at all levels, from experienced to executive, as well as fixed term, contingent, and flexible talent and supports the internal movement process between roles.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.As a Senior Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution.Responsibilities include:Financial- Reports recruitment information & statistics to key internal clients, for purpose of tracking cost, time & source of hire and to keep them informed of progress on recruitment- Ensures that cost efficient options are explored for interviewing candidatesCustomer- Finalises job descriptions with Partners and Directors- Sources experienced candidates from multiple sources, liaising with PwC Recruitment teams in other locations to share information and minimize duplication of effortInternal process- Develops and promotes the PwC people value proposition within recruitment; Interview and test candidates using the standard competency based recruitment model and employing psychometric testing within selection- Manages the end to end recruitment process in line with Global PwC standards and metrics- Collects data for recruitment reporting needs in a timely mannerLearning and Growth- Supports improvements in the HC Operating model, specifically the increased delivery of standardised services.- Looks for areas of continuous improvement across the Recruitment & Global Mobility function- Promotes collaboration, trust and improvement between team members and across the People Team- Works on specific projects related to HR initiatives as assigned

    Requirements:Education- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Psychology or Business Management is an advantage- Professional Human Resources certification or Recruitment qualifications is an advantage (i.e CIPD, Level A/B Psychometric Testing)Language- Proficiency in spoken and written English and ArabicOverall Experience- 5+ years of recruitment experience essential- Professional Services and / or Big 4 expertise and knowledge is ideal (otherwise work for a large international business)- Knowledge and experience of the Middle East Region is required- Experience sourcing candidates with professional services experience, internationally as well as across the Middle East is essentialKnowledge and Skills- Experience and proficiency in recruitment technology is essential- Experience and expertise of selection techniques including competency based interviewing and running assessment centres is essential- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills- Strong customer service orientation with ability to use patience and diplomacy to handle issues

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.
    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.
    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.
    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.
    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.
    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Senior Facilities Manager | Ignite Search & Selection

    Employment: Full Time

    One of our client is a leading company based in Saudi Arabia currently looking for a Senior Facilities Manager having experience working as a Service Provider or Managing Agent.This role would be to report directly to FM Director.• Oversee the complete Facilities and operations of multiple sites and manage service providers.
    Salary:SAR 25,000 to 30,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    • Minimum 10 – 12 years experience is required.• Should have a bachelors degree in Engineering or equivalent discipline.• Should be have experience in Hard & Soft services.• Previous experience in FM Quality Management Inspection & Audits in Hard and Soft services is preferred.

    Ignite is a specialist Construction and Property Recruitment Consultancy. We are experts in the Middle East and Asia markets which we service from our offices in the UAE and UK.
    Our consultants operate in a niche market making them experts in their sector. This allows us to offer our clients and candidates expert market knowledge whilst building long term relationships.
    We pride ourselves on recruiting Construction and Property staff of all levels and disciplines. We offer the same high quality service whether you are recruiting or seeking work from Engineer through to Company Director level. More

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    HR Manager – Banking and Financial Services Background | Charterhouse

    Employment: Full Time

    Charterhouse is working with a well-established, multi-national banking client who is looking to hire an experienced HR Professional to join their team in Dubai.You will report directly to Director level and will be chiefly involved in various projects surrounding recruitment strategy within the MENA region, appraisal schemes and retention projects in addition to supporting the team’s standard generalist duties.Your duties will include leading regular team meetings to lead ongoing projects, building strong working relationships with all internal stakeholders as well as to completing all performance management and appraisal responsibilities for the organisation. In addition to this, the successful candidate will be appointed as the Learning and Development Specialist for the Dubai Office, sourcing external trainers and identifying key areas of development needed within various departments of the business.

    The successful candidate will have previous or current exposure to the financial services or banking sector. Ideally, the candidate will be CIPD accredited, and will have had prior experience of managing a HR team. In character, you will be strategic and proactive with an ability to meet deadlines and represent the organisation in a professional light at all times.Due to the scope of the role candidates who are currently working in the UAE or worked in the UAE within the last 5 years will be considered for this role.

    The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.
    Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. More

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    Credit and Portfolio Management | Robert Half

    Employment: Full Time

    The RoleCredit Middle and Portfolio Management acts as a middle office function in the company and covers numerous roles to support the front office. The role can be divided into 3 categories:* Reporting* Deal Confirmation* Credit Portfolio ManagementRoles and Responsibilities* Producing and completing various due date reports by closely working with Front office on a monthly basis.* Working with Credit-Risk on the takeover of the Non-Performing Asset (NPA) process for the central bank’s regulation; gaining knowledge in the fundamental provisioning process. Accountable for the calculations, reconciliation and postings of data; from several platforms such as T24, Intellect, OBIEE and Intellect.* Responsible to coordinate with internal stakeholders to create new Standard Operating Procedures, RACI matrix and Delegation of Authority matrix.* Continuously reviewing the current NPA process in place and providing enhancements where possible.* Responsible and accountable for posting monthly account entries that include Non-Performing Loans, Interest in Suspense and Specific provisions for the month.* Leading the user acceptance testing (UAT), which involves conducting scenario analysis to identify the possible outcomes which may arise when migrating from current platforms to future platforms.* Continuously analyzing portfolios in order to make sure resources are being allocated optimally, assess/identify areas of improvement, and to make sure products are aligned with organizations broader strategy.

    Candidate Requirements* Experience in finance (min 5 years)* Advance in excel* Strong attention to detail* Knowledge of credit policy guideline

    Founded in 1948, Robert Half International Inc. (NYSE symbol: RHI) is the world’s first and largest specialized staffing firm and a member of the S&P 500 index. We are a global leader in professional staffing and consulting services and the parent company of Protiviti, a leading independent internal audit and business and technology risk consulting firm. For 2006, Robert Half International reported revenues of $4 billion and now has staffing and consulting operations in more than 400 locations worldwide. More

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    Senior CFD FX Broker Sales | Mayfair Partners

    Employment: Full Time

    We are recruiting for an established CFD Broker based in Dubai, that have offices globally and are looking to hire an experience senior sales broker.• You will work closely with the senior leadership team, to develop high generating relationships with IB’s, Professional and Retail clients.

    Requirements• Minimum 3 years experience working for a CFD Broker• Must have a book of strong clients• Highly professional and looking for the next step in your career in FX• Salary from 25,000 – 30,000 plus very attractive commission plan

    Mayfair Partners are an International Executive Search and Recruitment Solutions consultancy based in Downtown Dubai. We are passionate about providing a superior service to clients. We service both established businesses and also advise those that are looking to set up a business in this region.
    Mayfair Partners was founded by three partners with combined recruitment experience of over 20 years. More

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    Resrearch Analyst | Gulf Researcher

    Employment: Full Time

    Gulf Researcher is a leading research organisation in the Middle East. Based in Bahrain, we provide high-quality on-demand research tailored to our client’s needs.- Gulf Researcher is a fast-growing organisation that is continuously seeking to attract talented, motivated and intellectually curious research analysts to join our dynamic team.- Working with us provides many opportunities to grow and learn. Assignments vary across sectors and geographies, enabling team members to gain broad knowledge and exposure.- A typical day is demanding with multiple client deliverables and tight deadlines to meet. Individuals are expected to be diligent, resourceful and efficient. Work is highly collaborative and our team is friendly and supportive.If you are a driven individual, with a passion to learn, we encourage you to apply.

    The ideal candidate would have the following skills and characteristics:- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree. We are open to any academic background including Business, Economics, Liberal Arts, Engineering, Sciences, etc.- Strong communication skills including the ability to design and develop well-structured written material- Excellent internet research skills including the ability to gather, synthesize and interpret large quantities of information from different sources- Proficiency in MS Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint- Intellectually curious; eager to learn and explore new topics- Strong multi-tasking skills, high attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment- Committed to maintain high quality standards and meeting deadlines under pressure

    We are a custom research company based in the Middle East. We provide high-quality business research tailored to our clients requirements. Our service offerings include secondary and primary research across multiple industries and geographies in the MENA region and beyond. More